Strong and True

1930 National Championship Season

After leading the Fighting Irish to a 9-0 season and national championship in 1929, head coach Knute Rockne brought another title to Notre Dame in 1930. The team outscored opponents, 265-74, and won all ten of its games. It was also an historic season because it marked the opening of Notre Dame Stadium. Five games were played in South Bend, beginning on Oct. 4 against Southern Methodist. The season culminated with a 27-0 win at USC, and a championship celebration ensued back in Chicago and South Bend. Notre Dame had won 19 consecutive games, and the Irish seemed to be on the verge of a dynasty. In this ‘Strong and True’ moment, look back on the historic championship season through images from the University of Notre Dame Archives.